Medical Assistant - College Student Program

Geisinger • State College, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant - College Student Program is for actively enrolled students in a health professions education degree program with a college or university. The role is a per diem position designed specifically for college or university students to work while attending school.This is an in‑person, hands‑on training program that includes four weeks of uncertified training, clinic orientation, and competency evaluations. Following the training MA's will join the float pool to address short-term staffing needs within the clinics. Supports patients and providers within the outpatient setting by performing basic direct patient care activities. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
• Basic Life Support Certification within 6 months

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care duties such as taking vital signs, weights, assisting patient with ambulation, dressing and undressing for examination, as directed by the provider and clinical supervisor.
• Assists provider in setting up for minor procedures, gathering supplies and equipment, applying aseptic dressings, opening supplies, etc.
• Obtains and accurately documents patient information using the rooming tool within the electronic medical record. Completes medication review.
• Accompanies providers and care team members during patient examinations and assists as directed.
• Provides support and assistance to patients as needed.
• Reinforces patient instructions to enhance patient understanding and adherence to treatment, and plan of care.
• Collects and prepares lab specimens, and completes associated paperwork, forms, and documentation to expedite laboratory studies with accuracy and efficiency.
• Reports patient concerns and questions to appropriate care team member and follows through as directed.
• Reports all patient safety incidents or issues, patient and family complaints, serious events, environmental hazards immediately to supervisor.
• Provides onsite service recovery as applicable or as delegated by supervisor. Completes Midas reports as per policy.
• May have access to non-controlled medication storage and supply areas and can transport non-controlled medications as necessary to meet the needs of the clinic and unit.
• Inventories and orders supplies based on appropriate or established inventory levels. Checks for expired items and removes expired supplies from inventory.
• Assists in maintaining clean and organized work environment. Cleans equipment and routinely inspects condition and operation of equipment as appropriate to scope of role. Cleans and prepares exam rooms between patients. Assures adequate stock of supplies and equipment in rooms. Performs high level disinfection or sterilization per policy and procedure.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
• healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED